Relationship Issues Therapists in Surprise, AZ

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Tracey K Smith Hassett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, CCMHC, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85388  (Online Only)
I am a senior clinical psychotherapist in my field (over 15 years), and I am licensed in 3 states (Arizona, Nevada & Texas). I’ve worked in both inpatient and outpatient hospitals managing patients in crisis, as well as carrying patients from acute care into long-term recovery. My specialties are substance abuse and dependency, dual diagnosis, codependency, trauma, marital and relationship tension and impulse control disorders. I am also in long-term recovery, which allows me to roll up my sleeves and work WITH you. I promise we can get to the other side together!
I am a senior clinical psychotherapist in my field (over 15 years), and I am licensed in 3 states (Arizona, Nevada & Texas). I’ve worked in both inpatient and outpatient hospitals managing patients in crisis, as well as carrying patients from acute care into long-term recovery. My specialties are substance abuse and dependency, dual diagnosis, codependency, trauma, marital and relationship tension and impulse control disorders. I am also in long-term recovery, which allows me to roll up my sleeves and work WITH you. I promise we can get to the other side together!
(520) 231-7877 View (520) 231-7877
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Fire Horse Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85379  (Online Only)
I have been in the mental health field for over 7 years and enjoy working with clients who are ready and motivated towards change. I specialize in trauma, whether from childhood, military or adulthood, helping individuals move towards a place of healing and living a life free of symptoms. I partner with clients to understand underlying issues, getting to the heart of the matter. I can assist you with increasing relationship satisfaction, identifying values and core beliefs that guide your decisions, improving communication and emotional connection, reducing anxiety and depression.
I have been in the mental health field for over 7 years and enjoy working with clients who are ready and motivated towards change. I specialize in trauma, whether from childhood, military or adulthood, helping individuals move towards a place of healing and living a life free of symptoms. I partner with clients to understand underlying issues, getting to the heart of the matter. I can assist you with increasing relationship satisfaction, identifying values and core beliefs that guide your decisions, improving communication and emotional connection, reducing anxiety and depression.
(623) 552-4843 View (623) 552-4843
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Jessica Alexandra Shaylor
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85387  (Online Only)
My passion lies in helping individuals navigate through challenging times and find a sense of peace and fulfillment in their lives. I work with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, work-related and relationship issues. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on understanding the unique needs and goals of each individual I work with. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences with honesty and vulnerability. I am also Bilingual (Yo Hablo Espanol)!
My passion lies in helping individuals navigate through challenging times and find a sense of peace and fulfillment in their lives. I work with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, work-related and relationship issues. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on understanding the unique needs and goals of each individual I work with. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences with honesty and vulnerability. I am also Bilingual (Yo Hablo Espanol)!
(661) 449-2375 View (661) 449-2375
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Maddie Armentrout
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT-T
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Surprise, AZ 85374  (Online Only)
Whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual intimacy, relationship issues, family issues, self-esteem, or something entirely different; I am here to offer non-judgemental support.
Immediate openings available - I am passionate about healing relationships, helping clients overcome obstacles, and find a sense of meaning and belonging in both their own lives and relationships. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I take a holistic approach and prioritize methods of therapy that have shown high rates of effectiveness. In addition, I have specialized training in trauma therapy and emotionally-focused couples therapy. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults from many different walks of life.
Whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual intimacy, relationship issues, family issues, self-esteem, or something entirely different; I am here to offer non-judgemental support.
Immediate openings available - I am passionate about healing relationships, helping clients overcome obstacles, and find a sense of meaning and belonging in both their own lives and relationships. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I take a holistic approach and prioritize methods of therapy that have shown high rates of effectiveness. In addition, I have specialized training in trauma therapy and emotionally-focused couples therapy. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults from many different walks of life.
(928) 420-8300 View (928) 420-8300
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Vine Life Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surprise, AZ 85374
Are you feeling frustrated in close relationships and wondering if it's possible to achieve harmony? Are you hoping to make changes within yourself to create a better life? These positive changes are possible but sometimes the pathway to get there is unclear. I help individuals, couples and families to identify dysfunctional patterns then provide tools to establish new patterns that help create healthier relationships and deepen intimacy. For couples therapy, I utilize an advanced couples therapy approach called EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy) which significantly helps the couple to increase and/or establish a securely attached relationship bond.
Are you feeling frustrated in close relationships and wondering if it's possible to achieve harmony? Are you hoping to make changes within yourself to create a better life? These positive changes are possible but sometimes the pathway to get there is unclear. I help individuals, couples and families to identify dysfunctional patterns then provide tools to establish new patterns that help create healthier relationships and deepen intimacy. For couples therapy, I utilize an advanced couples therapy approach called EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy) which significantly helps the couple to increase and/or establish a securely attached relationship bond.
(623) 207-1694 View (623) 207-1694
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Kaitlyn Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surprise, AZ 85379
As a counselor at Lifeline Professional Counseling, my goal is to equip you to reach yours. I provide a variety of services for all ages, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I specialize in relationship issues and emotional disturbance. I am trained in various techniques that help with the resolution of family conflicts, couples concerns, relationship issues and personality corrections. I help clients through issues of domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression and trauma.
As a counselor at Lifeline Professional Counseling, my goal is to equip you to reach yours. I provide a variety of services for all ages, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I specialize in relationship issues and emotional disturbance. I am trained in various techniques that help with the resolution of family conflicts, couples concerns, relationship issues and personality corrections. I help clients through issues of domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression and trauma.
(480) 725-0722 View (480) 725-0722
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Sonia Jurek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85379
I also firmly believe that the effectiveness of therapy is based upon a solid relationship with the client and therapist and I would love the opportunity to see if my unique style of therapy might be a good fit for you.
I enjoy working with couples and families as I feel that this is where I can be most impactful and the most change can be made. I have a great deal of experience working with couples on issues related to everything from basic communication to issues like infidelity and trust. I also enjoy working with individuals to help them develop a greater sense of happiness in their lives or to aid them in managing symptoms related to depression, anxiety or daily life stressors. I am also able to effectively work with parents to help foster parenting skills and help parents manage behavioral concerns and effectively co-parent their children.
I also firmly believe that the effectiveness of therapy is based upon a solid relationship with the client and therapist and I would love the opportunity to see if my unique style of therapy might be a good fit for you.
I enjoy working with couples and families as I feel that this is where I can be most impactful and the most change can be made. I have a great deal of experience working with couples on issues related to everything from basic communication to issues like infidelity and trust. I also enjoy working with individuals to help them develop a greater sense of happiness in their lives or to aid them in managing symptoms related to depression, anxiety or daily life stressors. I am also able to effectively work with parents to help foster parenting skills and help parents manage behavioral concerns and effectively co-parent their children.
(623) 414-9299 View (623) 414-9299
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Meredith Riddick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85379  (Online Only)
Sometimes even the smartest and most capable women I know feel stuck. It could be moving beyond an issue in a relationship, anxiety, perfectionism or it could be an eating disorder or traumatic memory. You may feel like you are underperforming in life and relationships or just completely overwhelmed with everything going on. When we do not have the social support we need or just not sure how to use our social support, it can be helpful to talk to a professional and get objective feedback. To be asked thought provoking questions. To get ideas with how to move forward and start thriving in life!
Sometimes even the smartest and most capable women I know feel stuck. It could be moving beyond an issue in a relationship, anxiety, perfectionism or it could be an eating disorder or traumatic memory. You may feel like you are underperforming in life and relationships or just completely overwhelmed with everything going on. When we do not have the social support we need or just not sure how to use our social support, it can be helpful to talk to a professional and get objective feedback. To be asked thought provoking questions. To get ideas with how to move forward and start thriving in life!
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Leslie Pappin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85374
Life is full of challenges. I'm a firm believer in the benefits of unbiased support during difficult periods in our lives. Please allow me to be the person to offer you the help and support that you deserve. In my ten plus years as a therapist, I have worked with people of all ages and walks of life to help address depression, anxiety, loss, anger and relationship issues. I enjoy helping others to improve their current situation by offering a warm, safe and reliable therapeutic environment.
Life is full of challenges. I'm a firm believer in the benefits of unbiased support during difficult periods in our lives. Please allow me to be the person to offer you the help and support that you deserve. In my ten plus years as a therapist, I have worked with people of all ages and walks of life to help address depression, anxiety, loss, anger and relationship issues. I enjoy helping others to improve their current situation by offering a warm, safe and reliable therapeutic environment.
(480) 418-3213 View (480) 418-3213
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LumaSoul, LLC - Mindy Eglivitch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85374  (Online Only)
Mindy offers an integrative and collaborative approach, engaging clients from a relationship building and strengths-based perspective.
Are you experiencing challenges that leave you feeling stuck, unmotivated, exhausted, isolated, broken, or lost? Many challenges we experience are a result of maladaptive survival strategies adopted from experience. Mindy is a licensed clinical social worker and military veteran with 23 years of experience working with individuals 15+, families, and organizations. She specializes in evidence-based treatments, coaching concepts and mind-body approaches for renewal, transformation, and healing. Her specialties include common mental health conditions, wellness strategies and life/career transitions.
Mindy offers an integrative and collaborative approach, engaging clients from a relationship building and strengths-based perspective.
Are you experiencing challenges that leave you feeling stuck, unmotivated, exhausted, isolated, broken, or lost? Many challenges we experience are a result of maladaptive survival strategies adopted from experience. Mindy is a licensed clinical social worker and military veteran with 23 years of experience working with individuals 15+, families, and organizations. She specializes in evidence-based treatments, coaching concepts and mind-body approaches for renewal, transformation, and healing. Her specialties include common mental health conditions, wellness strategies and life/career transitions.
(623) 257-6058 View (623) 257-6058
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Priscila Matei
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surprise, AZ 85379  (Online Only)
The therapeutic relationship plays an important role in the healing process. I emphasize one's emotional life and history in order to work through uncomfortable experiences and explore what lies underneath the symptoms. My approach is nondirective, curious, and supportive while providing compassion, understanding, and empathy in a non-judgmental and relaxed therapeutic setting online. If you're a student, professional or person with a disability, I would like to provide you with support in managing stress, improving relationships, self-advocacy, exploring career goals and/or gaining a better understanding of yourself.
The therapeutic relationship plays an important role in the healing process. I emphasize one's emotional life and history in order to work through uncomfortable experiences and explore what lies underneath the symptoms. My approach is nondirective, curious, and supportive while providing compassion, understanding, and empathy in a non-judgmental and relaxed therapeutic setting online. If you're a student, professional or person with a disability, I would like to provide you with support in managing stress, improving relationships, self-advocacy, exploring career goals and/or gaining a better understanding of yourself.
(520) 353-2141 View (520) 353-2141
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Amy Jones | Arizona Resilient Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surprise, AZ 85379  (Online Only)
Telehealth Only & "Pay What You Can" payment model (for qualifying individuals). Are you struggling with negative thoughts and strong emotions? Do you find yourself avoiding situations and or turning to substances longer than planned? Have you noticed relationships drifting away? If any of this resonates with you, I'd like to offer a safe space where you can explore what's been holding you back. I work with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship, Trauma, Sport Performance, Military, Veterans and their Families. Call or email for your Free 15-min complementary consultation.
Telehealth Only & "Pay What You Can" payment model (for qualifying individuals). Are you struggling with negative thoughts and strong emotions? Do you find yourself avoiding situations and or turning to substances longer than planned? Have you noticed relationships drifting away? If any of this resonates with you, I'd like to offer a safe space where you can explore what's been holding you back. I work with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship, Trauma, Sport Performance, Military, Veterans and their Families. Call or email for your Free 15-min complementary consultation.
(520) 651-8911 View (520) 651-8911
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Ali Sokolow
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85379  (Online Only)
Whether its relationship difficulties, work stress, or life transitions, you should feel that you have a non-judgmental space to share and get the tools you need to succeed.
People come to therapy for many reasons. You may simply not be living the most satisfying life. Or perhaps you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression, which could be negatively impacting your relationships, your goals, or your general well-being. Life's challenges and obstacles are often difficult to overcome alone, but being able to cope and change behavior is possible with tools learned in counseling. Therapy can help to identify what is not working in your life, so that you can achieve your goals.
Whether its relationship difficulties, work stress, or life transitions, you should feel that you have a non-judgmental space to share and get the tools you need to succeed.
People come to therapy for many reasons. You may simply not be living the most satisfying life. Or perhaps you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression, which could be negatively impacting your relationships, your goals, or your general well-being. Life's challenges and obstacles are often difficult to overcome alone, but being able to cope and change behavior is possible with tools learned in counseling. Therapy can help to identify what is not working in your life, so that you can achieve your goals.
(425) 318-7468 View (425) 318-7468
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Dr. Raymonda D Matheka
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85374  (Online Only)
This is your journey, let me be your guide to wholeness, health and peace. I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, compassion fatigue, relationship and parenting issues, spiritual conflicts, depression, and anxiety. With a holistic approach, addressing the mind, body and spirit, our goal will always be to heal the way you want to heal. I will also make it my priority to create a safe and nonjudgmental place for you to address any issues.
This is your journey, let me be your guide to wholeness, health and peace. I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, compassion fatigue, relationship and parenting issues, spiritual conflicts, depression, and anxiety. With a holistic approach, addressing the mind, body and spirit, our goal will always be to heal the way you want to heal. I will also make it my priority to create a safe and nonjudgmental place for you to address any issues.
(623) 233-0645 View (623) 233-0645
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Katie Carey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85379  (Online Only)
Telehealth practice. People make sense. I am passionate about uncovering core issues related to anxiety, depression, esteem issues, addiction issues, and relationship patterns that bring individuals into my office in order to create targeted change. I have specialized in working with mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I use attachment models and trauma-informed methods to help my clients develop awareness around repeating patterns in their lives. Together, we can identify and change relationship and behavioral cycles that are often sub-conscious and maladaptive.
Telehealth practice. People make sense. I am passionate about uncovering core issues related to anxiety, depression, esteem issues, addiction issues, and relationship patterns that bring individuals into my office in order to create targeted change. I have specialized in working with mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I use attachment models and trauma-informed methods to help my clients develop awareness around repeating patterns in their lives. Together, we can identify and change relationship and behavioral cycles that are often sub-conscious and maladaptive.
(623) 400-8985 View (623) 400-8985
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Patricia Elias
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85379
As an individual who has experienced several life changing events to include losses of loved ones, relationship and family challenges, I firmly believe that my personal, professional and educational experiences provide a solid basis for understanding and empathizing with individuals who are also facing life's challenges.
I listen, act, and transform. Many of us are faced with some very big challenges in today's society, increasing stress, depression and anxiety as we struggle to make sense of what is going on in the world. The realization that there is little we can do to change or control the situation makes things all the more difficult. I help you to see that there is hope and optimism for a brighter future if we take the time to focus on the things that we can change and control in our lives. Results have been amazing for the majority of those I work with, and I would welcome the opportunity to work with you.
As an individual who has experienced several life changing events to include losses of loved ones, relationship and family challenges, I firmly believe that my personal, professional and educational experiences provide a solid basis for understanding and empathizing with individuals who are also facing life's challenges.
I listen, act, and transform. Many of us are faced with some very big challenges in today's society, increasing stress, depression and anxiety as we struggle to make sense of what is going on in the world. The realization that there is little we can do to change or control the situation makes things all the more difficult. I help you to see that there is hope and optimism for a brighter future if we take the time to focus on the things that we can change and control in our lives. Results have been amazing for the majority of those I work with, and I would welcome the opportunity to work with you.
(928) 223-4397 View (928) 223-4397
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Philip Charles Hammel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85374  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, men's issues, parenthood, work stress, relationship conflict, compassion fatigue/burnout, life transitions, and grief/loss.
Are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed in balancing your career and family life? Are you a new dad dealing with stressors of parenthood? Are you feeling anxious or stressed about a new change (e.g., leaving home for college, adjusting to married life, making a career change, becoming a father, or starting retirement)? Are you wanting to be more present and engaged with the people you care about, or want to learn better ways to communicate your needs/feelings with others? My approach is to offer a warm, empathic experience while offering strategies to help improve your quality of life and reach your therapy goals.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, men's issues, parenthood, work stress, relationship conflict, compassion fatigue/burnout, life transitions, and grief/loss.
Are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed in balancing your career and family life? Are you a new dad dealing with stressors of parenthood? Are you feeling anxious or stressed about a new change (e.g., leaving home for college, adjusting to married life, making a career change, becoming a father, or starting retirement)? Are you wanting to be more present and engaged with the people you care about, or want to learn better ways to communicate your needs/feelings with others? My approach is to offer a warm, empathic experience while offering strategies to help improve your quality of life and reach your therapy goals.
(760) 642-6509 View (760) 642-6509
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Molly Cook, Body Mind & Spirit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISAC
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85374
Goals for services include providing a safe and supportive place for a client to express their psychological trauma, grief, questions, difficulties, alcohol or drug issues, and relationship issues for patients who are seeking relief from their problems that they are facing on a daily basis.
Molly Cook is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor, trained in Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) and treats attachment disorders. Molly is a seasoned therapist with 23 years experience with assisting clients with in-patient, out-patient treatment and after care for Eating Disorders, Sex addiction, Alcohol, and Drugs helping clients to address their trauma and addiction (process and substance) issues. She has a certificate in Grief counseling and has experience with Hospice bereavement for families. She specializes in co-occuring mental health issues and addiction.
Goals for services include providing a safe and supportive place for a client to express their psychological trauma, grief, questions, difficulties, alcohol or drug issues, and relationship issues for patients who are seeking relief from their problems that they are facing on a daily basis.
Molly Cook is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor, trained in Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) and treats attachment disorders. Molly is a seasoned therapist with 23 years experience with assisting clients with in-patient, out-patient treatment and after care for Eating Disorders, Sex addiction, Alcohol, and Drugs helping clients to address their trauma and addiction (process and substance) issues. She has a certificate in Grief counseling and has experience with Hospice bereavement for families. She specializes in co-occuring mental health issues and addiction.
(623) 300-2599 View (623) 300-2599
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Tracey Anne Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85387  (Online Only)
I offer active listening and empathy to each client and will work with you to build rapport and develop a collaborative relationship.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to trust the therapeutic process and work as a team to address your issues and concerns. We will work together to help you find meaning and purpose in your life.
I offer active listening and empathy to each client and will work with you to build rapport and develop a collaborative relationship.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to trust the therapeutic process and work as a team to address your issues and concerns. We will work together to help you find meaning and purpose in your life.
(623) 304-9719 View (623) 304-9719
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Kayleigh Lindsay
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Surprise, AZ 85374
Trauma is a part of life, and its impact can profoundly shift how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. You deserve to be uplifted with hope and empowered to heal. You deserve to be in control of writing your own story! I believe that mental wellness is attainable for everyone. I have experience working with clients facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and identity & relationship issues. I specialize in helping individuals heal from childhood trauma and narcissistic abuse, guiding them towards managing everyday stressors, building healthier relationships, and experiencing a fulfilling life and sense of self.
Trauma is a part of life, and its impact can profoundly shift how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. You deserve to be uplifted with hope and empowered to heal. You deserve to be in control of writing your own story! I believe that mental wellness is attainable for everyone. I have experience working with clients facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and identity & relationship issues. I specialize in helping individuals heal from childhood trauma and narcissistic abuse, guiding them towards managing everyday stressors, building healthier relationships, and experiencing a fulfilling life and sense of self.
(520) 502-6541 View (520) 502-6541
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.